Stay clean by remaining in Jesus’ words! Read More
Year/Month: 2012/04
Sidestep the temptation to desert Jesus! Read More
Satan sifts in an upside-down manner. Read More
Faithful through the grave—into glory. Read More
Satan chooses victims where he may. Read More
Not just a theory, but real love. Read More
Foot-washing as His loving service. Read More
God works better than His servants do. Read More
The closing chapter of Jesus’ ministry. Read More
Evidence will validate His judgment. Read More
Invest your talents for growth! Read More
The wise come equipped for the long haul. Read More
What are the tribulations of our day? Read More
Not 50/50, but 100% for her Lord’s work! Read More
After a truck load of condemnation– Read More
God will sift it all out in due time. Read More
Ditch the system of human efforts/deeds! Read More
His simple answer simply amazed them. Read More
God does not lock His door at refusals. Read More
A Review of Dr. Martin Luther’s Smalcald Articles 1. Of the Divine Majesty/Redemption/Salvation by Grace When God’s Word is attacked, the salvation of souls is in jeopardy. For that reason, Christians must stand up and proclaim the truth of God’s Word boldly and clearly. We do that not only as a testimony to those who… Read More »Month Archive Read More
75th Anniversary of the SMALCALD ARTICLES “…The Word of God shall establish articles of faith and no one else, not even an angel.” (Luther, SA, Part II, Art. II) Historical Setting This year is the 475th anniversary of the Smalcald Articles (SA) which were penned by Dr. Martin Luther in 1537. The boxed dateline shows… Read More »Month Archive Read More
To begin with, we do well to define the term Christian. A Christian is one who believes in the forgiveness of sins through the blood atonement of the Lord Jesus Christ. This faith and confidence is not part of the natural human heart but a consequence of the gospel through which the Holy Spirit creates… Read More »Month Archive Read More
An Easter Message from our CLC President “But I discipline my body and keep it under control, lest after preaching to others I myself should be disqualified” (1 Corinthians 9:27) Sports fans celebrate their team’s victory with enthusiasm and joy. One of the most moving sporting experiences for me was the 1980 US Hockey Team’s… Read More »Month Archive Read More
The many teachings of God from Genesis to Revelation are precious to believing Christians because they form an unshakeable foundation upon which to firmly establish redeemed lives with God and to possess the certain hope of eternal life in heaven. Since God’s teachings are interconnected, we do not want to give up any of them… Read More »Month Archive Read More
“How are the dead raised up? And with what body do they come?” (1 Corinthians 15:35) The above text presents us with two special questions to ponder this Easter season. Let’s examine the second first: “And with what body do they come?” If you are like me, every year brings with it evidence of bodily… Read More »Month Archive Read More
Being both a father and school teacher with the privilege of taking countless numbers of children on many trips, I have heard my share of “Are-we-there-yets?”! Let’s not be too hard on our youth, however. We too can get very impatient in our lives. How are you about waiting in line at a store, at… Read More »Month Archive Read More
“The Lord is my Shepherd.” What an amazing truth that is! The eternal, almighty Lord of heaven and earth is MY Shepherd. He takes care of my every need so that “I shall not want.” I will not lack any good thing. Few books draw the reader to know and feel the love of the… Read More »Month Archive Read More
Triplicate urgings to save Himself. Read More
Each suspected himself rather than others. Read More
Jesus was troubled but not detoured. Read More
They caught on to their place in the story. Read More
Jesus defended them against the rebukers. Read More
Jesus was foster-parent and role-model. Read More